Sermons on Strive To Grow:

The Holy Trinity: A Meaningful Relationship (The Solemnity Of The Most Holy Trinity)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 19, 2020

Let us possess love for God, neighbours, and oneself, support and cooperate with each other, encourage when people fail, appreciate when people do something even insignificant, accept constructive criticism to grow, have positive change understanding the Mystery of Trinity.

Reflection The Holy Trinity: A Meaningful Relationship (The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity) We all know that the Mystery of Trinity is: One God and three persons-God the Father, God the Son, and God the Spirit (Matthew 28:19). We get to know the Mystery of Trinity from the book of Genesis. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, John 3:16-18, Matthew 28:19, Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Other

What Is Evil? & Introduction To The Proverbs

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 9, 2019

We don’t grow up learning proverbs, we learn everything else except for that: science, math, economics, etc. We live in a fallen world and we need God's capsules of love and wisdom to not be trapped by the ways of this world.

Introduction v. 1 The Proverbs of Solomon, son of David, King of Israel v. 2 to know wisdom ???????? (hakmah) and correction (instruction in the form of discipline & visa versa) to understand words of understanding v. 3 to take ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Discouragement

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 2, 2023

Did you not know that Faith under attack gives an opportunity for our character to grow and mature? This message deals with the many trials we face in life and gives a biblical answer on how to meet them head on and become an overcomer with a peace that transcends them all.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:12-14) (12) “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you;" (13)" But rejoice, insomuch as ye are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:28, Psalm 55:22, Psalm 120:1, Philippians 4:19, 1 Peter 4:12-14, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Mark 10:27, Luke 12:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Numbness Not Dumbness

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Apr 13, 2025

The Book of Hebrews 1. the superiority of Christ 2. to warn the Christian not to abandon their faith or simply put backsliding. A plant can remain dormant for a season but sooner or later it is either going to : 1) Bloom and grow 2) Die 3) Cannot remain dormant for ever.

Title RCF 04/11/2025 Numbness in the Kingdom Introduction: The author of the book of Hebrews is not certain. There are two main themes in the book 1. the superiority of Christ 2. to warn the Christian not to abandon their faith or simply put backsliding. A plant can remain dormant ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9-11

Denomination: Other

God Bless You Sermon 1: What Does It Mean To Bless? Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002

When you bless others, you are asking God to add value or prosper them. Your goal in blessing others is to have God protect or grow the other person spiritually. This book has three assumptions:prescription, we release His prosperity into the lives of o

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Sneeze. “God bless you.” 2. Christian greetings. We say, “God bless you.” 3. Formula. Table blessing of food. 4. We string together words, but cannot decode them. 5. What does the hymn mean, “Count Your Many Blessings”? More and many. 6. First reference. After six days of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: "Well Stricken In Years..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 8, 2004

In the presence of trouble, some people grow wings, while others buy crutches. I’m sure Mary felt the same way when she heard how she was going to have a baby & how it was to happen. Let’s examine the birth of Jesus together!

Introduction In a little small "dry" town. A businessman decided to open a tavern. The local Churches began an outcry! They all came together to pray and asked God to intervien. Two days later, lightening mysterioulsy struck the bar and it burned to the ground. The owner hired a laywer to sue the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of The Boat Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 7, 2017

Using Peter's walk on the water, we can see that our own faith can only be tried by getting out of the boat. Then and only then can Christ use us. Our faith can grow, our trust increase and we can serve our Lord.

I. Introduction A. What would be the best message for the first of the New Year? 1. I’m sure that every preacher has an answer for that question 2. And like me, probably, its different from year to year B. Just about a month ago we were watching John MacArthur one Sunday Evening and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Prophetic Fundamentals

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 29, 2013

The Lord desires each and every one of us to grow in our spiritual gifting. But we have to be in agreement with Him in order to receive what He has for us. The work of salvation has been fully completed by Jesus, but we have to respond by faith in order t

PROPHETIC FUNDAMENTALS THE PROPHETIC GIFTING Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy…1 Corinthians 14:39 The Lord desires each and every one of us to grow in our spiritual gifting. But we have to be in agreement with Him in order to receive what He has for us. The work of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:39

Denomination: Charismatic

It's All About Faith #1 Series

Contributed by Mac Hammond on Apr 9, 2013

After you’re saved, you have to make the decision to receive the Word of God as the divine, final authority for your life, and invest your believing in the whole counsel of the Word of God. When you come to this point, you position yourself to grow in fai

A. When we live by the Word of God, adversity will come our way because the enemy of our souls will do everything he can to resist the unfolding will of God in each one of our lives. B. Some of the trials we face are going to seem pretty fiery while we’re in the middle of them. Many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Basis Of Obedience & Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 22, 2012

The believer who craves to grow more Christ-like must go to the Advocate & through Jesus' sacrifice find the cleansing & the conviction necessary to leave the horror of sin. Those who have done so will abide in God’s Word & walk in Christ-likeness.

1 JOHN 2:1-6 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] THE BASIS OF OBEDIENCE AND FORGIVENESS [John 14:23-24] The Apostle continues discussing the believers condition and conduct which he has personally discovered by walking in God’s light. Having revealed that even Christians sin daily, John goes on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Church You've Always Longed For ... Is An Encouraging Church Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Sep 10, 2012

According to Scripture we have a tremendous ministry of encouragement to one another as we grow to become a “church of encouragers.” What is this encouragement based on? How do we go about it? What impact does such encouragement have on our relationshi

The Church You’ve Always Longed For … Is An Encouraging Church! - Hebrews 10:19-25 Series: The Church You’ve Always Longed For #1 I once read somewhere that the average person meets some 10,000 people during the course of their lives. Most of those encounters are unremarkable ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: *other

Love Lifted Me

Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Feb 28, 2008

The miracle of Jesus walking on the water is very well known by Christians of all ages and denominations, but let’s take a little different look at this section of scripture. Here we will find 3 areas to help us grow in our faith questions during our "sto

Love Lifted Me Matthew 14:22-32 During the season of Lent, we usually focus on what we are giving up. For some it may be candy, or TV, or chocolate, for my 17 year old daughter it is sodas. But this year instead of giving something up, I am going to try to improve something, my workout routine. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Methodist

From Slavery To The Slammer!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Feb 10, 2014

Is when we are thrown into the pit, sold as a slave and shoved in the slammer that you not only must digger deeper but look higher On occasion the world bottoms out. In Genesis 39 - we find Joseph is led down to Egypt. lets learn and grow from his life.

FROM SLAVERY TO THE SLAMMER! INTRO When we are looking at someone who has everything going for them, our first general assumption is we are looking at someone who has every received all the breaks in life and was born with a silver spoon in their mouth. • From the distance, they’ve got ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Hang On Soldier, Hang On

Contributed by Dr. Jared Mckinney on Apr 2, 2014

We see I. Certainty of His coming, II. Characteristics of His Coming,III. Consequences of His Coming As Soldiers for Christ we can grow weary. Sometimes we feel as though we can't go on....but Hang On Soldier, Hang On

I claim no absolute originality to the sermons I preach. I believe in study and preparation and I pull information and inspiration from pastors, preachers, teachers, friends and family. I only desire for God to be glorified. What's the old saying? ... 'Milk all the cows you can, then churn your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is In Your Hand? (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015

“What is in your hand” means whatever is in your care or control. “This question, 'What is in your hand?' is one of the most important question for growing Christians in their life. What you withhold and retain in your hand reveals what is in your heart.

Opening illustration: There was once a wise woman who lived by herself near a small village. Rumor had it that she could always accurately predict when the rains would come, or help heal a sick child with herbs, or calm angry neighbors and help them to resolve their fights and arguments. People ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational